Spurs still favourites to land Willian despite Chelsea bid

talkSPORT understands Tottenham are still favourites to land Anzhi Makhachkala striker Willian, despite Chelsea’s attempts to hijack the deal.

The Brazilian has already completed a medical and was expected to agree personal terms at White Hart Lane. But Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich reportedly intervened personally to offer Anzhi £32million for their star player.

That will not be enough to put Tottenham off as they search for a like-for-like replacement for Gareth Bale, despite recent additions to their squad including Roberto Soldado and Paulinho.

Sources close to Willian insist they remain in negotiations to push a deal through with Spurs, although they are aware of Chelsea’s interest.